Equality Bill

Yes, my Lords. Non-ministerial departments are included in Part 1 of Schedule 19, because non-ministerial departments are considered to be government departments. That is what I am informed and that is how they are covered. In response to the questions from the noble Lord, Lord Low, our plan is to publish the list of organisations that we intend to be covered under Schedule 19 in the summer, at the same time as we consult on the draft regulations for specific duties. That is the timescale to which we are working. When we impose the specific duties, the regulations will be subject to the affirmative procedure, which means that government will have the opportunity to debate proposals fully. I think that that is correct. I am looking to the Box for assistance.